The blog of Patrick Carden – A wanderer. A wonderer. A Jesusist. A lover of all people.
Years ago, a famous golfer was invited by the king of Saudi Arabia to play golf in a tournament. He accepted the invitation, and the king flew his private jet over to the United States to pick up the pro. They played golf for several days, and enjoyed a good time. As the golfer was... Continue Reading →
I posted this as a Facebook note in December 2009 after a trip to New York and thought I would post it to my blog and share it again. The Christmas Gift I Received in NY. by Patrick Carden on Sunday, December 20, 2009 at 6:54pm When I was planning my trip to New York,... Continue Reading →
So many times Christians use phrases and justify them by saying “it’s in the Bible” or “scripture says” but a lot of these phrases really aren’t in scripture. The one that I really have a problem with is “hate the sin, love the sinner.” Nowhere in scripture will you find the idea of "hate the... Continue Reading →
Christians have an image problem. “The very word "Christianity" is a misunderstanding - in truth, there was only one Christian, and he died on the cross.” - Friedrich Nietzsche That’s a bold statement! But sadly, I think in some ways it’s true even though it is painful. And I don’t think Nietzsche is the only... Continue Reading →
Now to Him Who, by (in consequence of) the [action of His] power that is at work within us, is able to [carry out His purpose and] do superabundantly, far over and above all that we [dare] ask or think [infinitely beyond our highest prayers, desires, thoughts, hopes, or dreams]. Ephesians 3:20 (AMP) John Maxwell... Continue Reading →
People have a hard enough time figuring out what love is, and then there's unconditional love, which some will argue is the only kind of real love. According to Merriam-Webster, “unconditional” means not conditional or limited: absolute, unqualified. So it stands to reason that unconditional love means a love that is not conditional, not limited;... Continue Reading →
Luke 19:13 (KJV) And he called his ten servants, and delivered them ten pounds, and said unto them, Occupy till I come. Other translations say; Do business - till I come. In other words, Jesus is saying to take what He has given us and put it to work. Engage in trade with what you... Continue Reading →
Growing up in a Southern Baptist church, the old hymn “Let Others See Jesus in You” was a standard. While this is a good song, I’m not sure that people realize what they are saying as they sing it. If Christians really believed and meant what was implied by this song, there would be no... Continue Reading →
I'm A Gracist 